Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

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Daiwa BG MQ

Seafishing

59.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.63 out of 10

Ergonomics5.49 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight635g / 22.4oz

Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €189.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Shimano Complex XR

Spinning

89.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.0:1) and line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). While Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG MQ and Shimano Complex XR?

Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6.0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish